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Parts for your 1996 Ford Falcon-Batteries
Narva Battery Master / Isolation Switch Plastic With Removable Key (Contacts Rated 100A at 12V) - 61038BL
Narva Sealed Rocker Switch Off/On SPDT 12V Blue Illuminated LED Light Bar Symbol (Contacts Rated 20A @ 12V) - 63145BL
Narva Sealed Rocker Switch Momentary On/Off/Momentary On DPDT 12V Blue Illuminated Winch Symbol (Contacts Rated 20A @ 12V Only) - 63148BL
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Narva Heavy Duty Toggle Switch Momentary On/Off/Momentary On DPDT (Contacts Rated 25A @ 12V) - 60068BL
Narva Mitsubishi Style Sealed Push Switch Off/On SPDT 12V Blue LED Illuminated Driving Lights Symbol (Contacts Rated 3A @ 12V) - 63364BL
Narva OE Style Sealed Push Switch Off/On SPDT 12V Blue LED Illuminated Driving Lights Symbol (Contacts Rated 3A @ 12V) - 63316BL
Narva Sealed Rocker Switch Off/Momentary On SPST 12V Amber Illuminated (Contacts Rated 20A @ 12V) - 63126BL
Narva Sealed Rocker Switch Off/On SPDT 12V Blue Illuminated Beacon Symbol (Contacts Rated 20A @ 12V) - 63147BL
Narva Sealed Rocker Switch Off/On SPDT 12V Blue Illuminated Driving Lights Symbol (Contacts Rated 20A @ 12V) - 63132BL
Narva Rotary Battery Master / Isolator Switch With Removeable Keyed Knob (Contacts Rated 100A @ 12V) - 61036BL
Narva Battery Master / Isolation Switch Plastic With Removable Key (Contacts Rated 100A at 12V) - 61038
Narva Automotive/Marine Battery Master / Isolation Switch (Contacts Rated 300A @ 12V) - 61044BL
Narva Rotary Battery Master / Isolator Switch With Removeable Keyed Knob (Contacts Rated 100A 12V) - 61036
Narva 4 Position Rotary Battery Master / Isolation Switch (Contacts Rated 300A @ 12V) - 61084BL
Narva Heavy Duty Battery Master / Isolation Switch with Removable Key (Contacts Rated 250A @ 12V) - 61050
1996 Ford Falcon batteries: what they do and how to look after them
Batteries are absolutely relevant to a 1996 Ford Falcon. As outlined in the Ford EF/EL Falcon Owner’s Manual (1994–1998) and the Ford EL Falcon Owner’s Manual (1996), the car is equipped with a 12‑volt starting battery for cranking, engine management and accessories. Gregory’s Ford Falcon EF–EL Service and Repair Manual and general electrical references like the Bosch Automotive Handbook also describe the Falcon’s charging and starting system as a conventional alternator‑charged 12‑V lead‑acid setup. So, yes—this Falcon runs a standard starter battery under the bonnet.
In day‑to‑day use, the battery supplies the grunt to spin the starter motor, powers the ECU, fuel pump and ignition during cranking, and stabilises voltage for lights, audio and other electrics. Once the engine’s running, the alternator takes over and recharges the battery.
When replacing a 1996 Falcon battery, it pays to choose a quality 12‑V lead‑acid unit that physically fits the tray and clamp, with the correct terminal layout and polarity. For the 4.0‑litre six, many owners opt for a battery with roughly 550–650 CCA to keep cold starts easy. Maintenance‑free flooded batteries are common